obsolete objects

[/ˈɑbsəˌlit ˈɑbdʒɪkts/]
noun phrasepl: obsolete objects
objetos obsoletos
1. Items, devices, or things that are no longer in use, outdated, or replaced by newer versions; things that have become old-fashioned or useless
The museum displayed a collection of obsolete objects from the 1980s, including old computers and vinyl records.
O museu exibia uma coleção de objetos obsoletos dos anos 1980, incluindo computadores antigos e discos de vinil.
2. Products or artifacts that have been surpassed by technological advancement or changing consumer preferences
Many obsolete objects from the digital revolution have become valuable antiques.
Muitos objetos obsoletos da revolução digital tornaram-se antiguidades valiosas.
In Brazilian culture, there is a growing interest in obsolete objects as part of the vintage and retro movements, particularly among younger generations seeking nostalgia. In the USA, obsolete objects are often collected as antiques and displayed in museums or sold in thrift stores, reflecting both historical preservation and consumer culture around the 'retro' aesthetic.
NYC Slang
old school stuff; yesterday's news; dinosaurs
Synonyms / Sinônimos
outdated objectsold-fashioned itemsantiquated thingsoutmoded equipmentdeprecated goods
Antonyms / Antônimos
modern objectscurrent itemscontemporary goodsstate-of-the-art equipmentcutting-edge devices

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
objetos obsoletos
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
coisas velhas/ultrapassadas
More casual, colloquial usage
São Paulo
objetos obsoletos
Formal usage in business and academic contexts
Portugal
objectos obsoletos
Uses older spelling 'objectos'; similar meaning but less commonly used than in Brazil

Related Words

vintage itemsantiquesrelicsthrowbacknostalgiadeprecationtechnological advancement

Related Idioms & Phrases

a relic of the past
things of the past
gathering dust
left behind by technology
museum piece
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